EYFS Teaching Assistant Leeds

Justteachers Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Leeds is seeking an enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the LS15 area from September 2026. This full-time role offers a competitive daily rate of £95–£105, depending on experience, to support pupils in the Early Years Foundation Stage.

The role focuses on play-based learning, resource preparation, and helping children develop communication, literacy and numeracy skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with EYFS-aged children in a school or early years setting.
• Patient, caring and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.

Responsibilities

• Support children through play-based learning and structured EYFS activities.
• Assist the class teacher with preparing resources and maintaining effective classroom routines.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and social development.
• Support children’s communication, language, literacy, and early numeracy skills.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and developmental milestones.

Skills

EYFS experience

Team player

Strong communication

Patience

Job description

We are seeking a nurturing and enthusiastic EYFS Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the LS15 area of Leeds from September 2026. This full-time role offers an ongoing opportunity, with a competitive daily rate of £95–£105, depending on experience. The successful candidate will support pupils within the Early Years Foundation Stage, helping to deliver engaging learning experiences and providing the support children need during the early stages of their educational development.

The school is a friendly and inclusive primary setting with a strong focus on early years education, pupil wellbeing, and creating a positive start to school life. Staff work collaboratively to provide a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore, develop confidence, and build positive relationships. The leadership team is supportive and values the contribution of EYFS support staff, ensuring pupils receive high-quality provision and staff feel valued within the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children through play-based learning and structured EYFS activities.
• Assist the class teacher with preparing resources and maintaining effective classroom routines.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and social development.
• Support children’s communication, language, literacy, and early numeracy skills.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and developmental milestones.

Pre-requisites:

• Experience working with EYFS-aged children in a school or early years setting.
• A patient, caring, and enthusiastic approach to supporting young learners.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework and child development.
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve the best possible start to their education.